nerve net

nerve net

[′nərv ‚net]

(invertebrate zoology)

A network of continuous nerve cells characterized by diffuse spread of excitation, local and equipotential autonomy, spatial attenuation of conduction, and facilitation; occurs in cnidarians and certain other invertebrates.

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